Muskox & Bison

Spot & Stalk Muskox in the mountains of southwest Greenland, north of the capital of Nuuk. This is superb muskox habitat and you shouldn’t have any trouble finding a good bull, as they have an abundant supply, one of highest concentrations in the world. This outfitter has been 100% (Archery / Muzzleloader / rife – your choice… since he started outfitting the Muskox hunts in 2010. This is a fair chase spot and stalk hunt in the late summer / early fall when I temperatures range from 32 to 50f. This is a fully guided all-inclusive hunt with a well-established outfitter, one that I’ve worked with for nearly 20 years. Plan to do some fishing after you tag-out as many of the rivers in the hunting area offer Arctic char fishing. There’s also ptarmigan and waterfowl and Arctic fox to hunt at no extra charge. This area has a good population of Caribou which can be add via upgrade (see below). P&Y recognizes the resident Caribou of Greenland as the Canadian Central Barren Ground Caribou. 

6-day Muskox Hunt Costs: $6,500 

Muskox Hunt Schedule 2020 (Monday thru Monday)  

Hunt #1) Aug 5 thru 12  Hunt #2) Aug 12 – 19 Hunt #3) Aug 19 – 26

Hunt #4) Aug 26 – Sept 2   Hunt #5) Sept 2 - 9   Hunt #6) Sept 9 - 16 

Hunt #7) Sept 16 – 23   Hunt #8) Sept 23 – Sept 30           

What is included in the 6-day Muskox hunt cost?

• Services of professional guide  (1x1) for the 5-day trip 
• Hunting license Caribou tag + Small  game + fishing license  
• Round trip transfer from Kangerlussusq, Greenland to camp with Jet-boat
  • Jet-boat transfer – 2 to 5 hours  (depending on camp location)   
• All equipment (boats, motors) and fuel needed during the hunt
• All the Fishing tackle / equipment (Arctic Char) and shotguns / shells (Ptarmigan / waterfowl) 
• Field preparation of trophy (hide preparation) while in camp
• All Meals and accommodations (heated tent-camp) while in camp 

What is not included in the hunt costs? 

• Upgrade to include Caribou ($4,000)
  • Booking in advance also includes upgrade to 8 days 
• Trophy Fee for Caribou shot during the hunt - $4,000 
• Round trip transportation (from Minneapolis)  to Kangerlussusq, Greenland – estimate $1,500 
• Taxidermy and shipping of trophies  back 
  • Current cost to ship (2 capes & Antlers) back to USA - $1,500
  • Includes tanning 
  • Approximately 10 months - Routed  through Denmark 
• Hotels while traveling
  • Plan for 4 overnights (max) 
    • One in Iceland / one in Greenland (Itinerary dependent) per direction 
  • $100 / night budget 
• Gratuity for guide and staff - Budget 10% (+- personal choice) 
• Non-Hunting observer - $3,500  
• Helicopter flight (if requested) - $1,500 (estimate) 

Terrain 

This area could be described as low coastal mountains. It’s closer to hills than mountains, and not too bad for hiking but a good exercise routine would be helpful prior to this trip. The animals can generally be found by glassing from the boat or ATV.  

It’s a good bowhunting area although it’s tree-less, there’s enough broken (boulders / ridges) ground to offer good concealment for stalks.  

Typical Travel / Hunt Schedule  (Caribou hunt) 

• Friday
  • Depart Minneapolis to Copenhagen, Denmark (noon)
    • Connecting in Detroit with departure from Detroit        (7:00pm)  
• Saturday
  • Arrival into Copenhagen, Denmark 1:00pm 
    • 11 hr flight + 7-hour time change 
  • Over-night at hotel in Copenhagen   
• Sunday
  • Depart Copenhagen to Kangerlussuaq, Greenland noon 
  • Arrival into Kangerlussuaq 1:00pm 
    • 5-hour flight less 4-hour time change  
  • Over-night at hotel in Kangerlussuaq
• Monday 
  • Outfitter to pick you up at hotel in town 
  • Jet-boat transfer to camp 
  • Get situated / shoot your gun or bow 
  • Hunting (afternoon) 
• Tuesday – Hunt Muskox all day 
• Wednesday – Hunt Muskox all day 
• Thursday – Hunt all day 
• Friday – Hunt all day  
• Saturday – Hunt all day 
• Sunday – Monday - Hunt til noon (if needed)
  • Jet-boat transfer back to town
  • Over-night in Hotel (not included) 
• Monday  
  • Depart Greenland to Copenhagen (afternoon flight)
  • Arrival into Copenhagen late-evening  
    • 5-hour flight + 4-hour time change  
  • Over-night at Hotel in Copenhagen  
• Tuesday  
  • Depart Copenhagen to Minneapolis (mid-morning)
  • Arrival into Minneapolis (late-afternoon) 
    • 11-hour flight less 7-hour time change  Bison (buffalo) are a big powerful animal that are well-known for their tenacity. They are fun to hunt, make an impressive mount, and are about as good to eat as beef.  There are two basic types of bison hunts offered in North America - free-range and ranch hunts.

We are currently without a good Bison Hunt, but it's on the radar and I'm working on it.  Call for details (715) 554 - 3302